The Pale Mist

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The Pale Mist

The hall smelled of roasted lamb and old stone. Mara sat at the high table. Her hands were steady. They were always steady. She held a cup of ale. The liquid was dark and cold. She did not drink. She watched the fire. The flames licked the iron grate. They danced like nervous dogs. The King sat above her. He was a large man. His beard was thick and grey. He spoke of taxes. He spoke of borders....

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